The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£25
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£34
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
4 h 35 m
Buses on 30 Aug
23
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Manchester Airport will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 23 buses from London to Manchester Airport, including 14 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus23:595h26London, Victoria Coach Station5:25Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:304h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)13:45Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:404h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)14:55Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:004h55London, Victoria Coach Station14:55Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:004h45London, Victoria Coach Station13:45Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:304h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)13:45Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:404h15London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)14:55Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:004h45London, Victoria Coach Station13:45Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
NX54120:304h45London, Victoria Coach Station1:15Manchester, Airport£401One-way0 changes
FlixBus10:004h55London, Victoria Coach Station14:55Manchester, Airport£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 253 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £90 Average Price |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Manchester Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Manchester Airport coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX400 · NX121 | 6:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 12:10 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX400 · NX120 | 7:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 13:30 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 13:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX540 · NX541 | 9:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h30 | 15:30 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:30 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 13:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 14:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX121 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h35 | 16:05 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:40 London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) | 4h15 | 14:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 11:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h55 | 16:40 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 | 12:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 17:30 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX120 | 13:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h00 | 19:30 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX541 | 14:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 19:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX410 · NX120 | 15:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 20:40 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX541 | 15:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h10 | 20:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX120 | 17:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h40 | 22:40 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX541 | 18:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h05 | 23:20 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX181 | 19:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 0:45 Manchester, Airport | 1 change | |
NX541 | 20:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 4h45 | 1:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX422 | 23:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h55 | 5:55 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
NX424 | 23:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h15 | 5:45 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h26 | 5:25 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
NX421 | 2:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h15 | 7:15 Manchester, Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Manchester Airport
Buses from London to Manchester Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest coach covers the 253 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 253 km |
Average bus duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to Manchester AirportYou can travel by bus between London to Manchester Airport with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Manchester Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Manchester Airport by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Manchester Airport
Most London to Manchester Airport buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Manchester, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Manchester Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) from London city centre
Getting to London, Marble Arch from London city centre
London, Marble Arch is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Marble Arch bus station facilities and services
London, Marble Arch has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London, Marble Arch. ATMs are available at London, Marble Arch.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Marble Arch.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Marble Arch: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Marble Arch: Wheelchair accessible stop.
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